Papakōlea Beach in Hawaii, one of the world's four beaches that feature green sand, has been "desecrated" and "exploited" by tourists. The destination is accessible only by foot, so tourists on Hawaii ...

Finding a unique beach with incredible views is one thing. Finding one that's not overrun by tourists and doesn't show up on ...

SAO MIGUEL ISLAND, Azores -- It’s called the Hawaii of Europe. And for most Americans, it’s a lot closer than Hawaii. The Azores is an autonomous region of Portugal made up of nine islands in the ...

The stunning Canary Islands are home to beautiful beaches and volcanic landscapes. The dramatic scenery presents incredible things to do, from hiking to stargazing, surfing, and more. Visit Insider's ...

Hanauma Bay Beach Park in Oahu, Hawaii, is a world-class snorkeling destination. With its incredible views, crescent-shaped beach and beautiful white sand, it has long been a popular spot for people ...

Geologist Nick Zentner strides excitedly across the wet sand on his first-ever visit to Oregon’s Agate Beach. But his attention is not on the scenic shore or sparkling waves. It’s on the cliff that ...

A scientific expedition off the west coast of Hawaii island recently concluded a two-week offshore imaging survey aimed at confirming the existence of a vast underground reservoir of fresh or brackish ...

On the shores of the Texas Gulf Shore beaches, sand hills resembling miniature volcanoes have popped up, with park staff members explaining that the hills play a vital purpose in the ocean's ecosystem ...

Read more on the island that is known as 'turtle island' that's a hotspot for celebrities WHEN it comes to a real-life paradise, the closest you’ll probably get to it is the Caribbean. And there’s one ...